On India's 67th Independence Day, we present you the actors who portrayed true spirit of patriotism and values of a democracy in a good light.

Known for directing patriotic films, Manoj Kumar has given gems like Upkaar, Purab Aur Pashchim and Shaheed to Bollywood. His patriotic hero image earned him the name Bharat.

Aamir Khan acted in patriotic movies like Sarfarosh, Lagaan, Mangal Pandey and Rang De Basanti, which earned him accolades.

Ajay Devgn, the Singham of industry played the legendary freedom fighter Bhagat Singh in his movie Legend Of Bhagat Singh. His potrayal of Bhagat Singh was lauded by both, critics and fans.

Revered actor Raj Kumar played Brigadier Suryadev Singh, in Tirangaa, took against the nexus of terrorists and corrupt politicians conspiring against India. Raj Kumar's one liners and catch phrases in the movie became popular amongst audience.

Sunny Deol's Border and Gadar, which were based on patriotic theme, saw huge box-office success.

In this scene of the movie Clerk, where Ashok Kumar’s character comes back to life with the feeling of Patriotism towards the nation is considered to be the best cult scene.

With films like Krantiveer and Prahaar, Nana Patekar took the patriotism in the films to new heights.

The movie Haqeeqat, which was supported by Indian government, was purely based on Indo-Sino war made ripples in Indian cinema with arousing patriotic songs.

Hrithik Roshan's Lakshya was the story of an aimless ordinary boy's transformation into a brave, responsible and patriotic soldier.

Actor Arvind Swamy, in the movie Roja, brilliantly executed his role of being a patriotic officer.